Why Pause? Lets Play - A Podcast by Gayu Lewis

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Why Pause? Let’s Play is a podcast about women, health, midlife — and everything we should be talking about more openly. Hosted by Gayu Lewis, Integrative Nutrition Health & Menopause Coach, expect honest, curious and sometimes unfiltered conversations with doctors, experts and real people. From perimenopause, menopause and hormones to nutrition, strength, sleep, hair loss, gut health, sexual health, mental wellbeing, longevity and healthy ageing — we ask the questions women are actually asking. No fear-mongering. No wellness fluff. Just conversations that help you understand your body, challenge what you’ve been told and feel more confident about what comes next. Because midlife isn’t a reason to hit pause. Why Pause? Let’s Play.

  1. Oct 18

    Perimenopause & HRT: Why Do Doctors Give Different Advice?

    One gynaecologist recommends HRT. Another says you don't need it. One wants hormone tests. Another says they're unnecessary. So who do you believe? In this special World Menopause Day episode of Why Pause? Let's Play, Gayu Lewis sits down with Dr. Sadiya Hussain, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Mediclinic City Hospital, Dubai, and a British Menopause Society accredited specialist and trainer, to cut through the confusion surrounding perimenopause, menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). If you're a woman in your late 30s, 40s or 50s experiencing unexplained weight gain, brain fog, anxiety, mood swings, irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats or disrupted sleep, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we explore: Why different gynaecologists give conflicting advice about menopause and HRT.Perimenopause vs menopause: how do you know which stage you're in?Can you have perimenopause symptoms even when your hormone blood tests are normal?When should women consider hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?HRT benefits, side effects, breast cancer risks and common misconceptions.Can you start HRT while you're still having regular periods?What women should know about testosterone, vaginal estrogen and sexual health during menopause.Is there an ideal age to start HRT, and how long can you safely continue?What questions should every woman ask her gynaecologist before making treatment decisions?From early perimenopause symptoms and menopause diagnosis to evidence-based menopause treatment, Dr. Sadiya shares medical insights to help women navigate midlife hormonal changes with greater clarity and confidence. Whether you're exploring HRT for the first time, questioning a previous diagnosis or simply trying to understand what's happening to your body after 40, this episode will help you ask better questions and make more informed decisions with your healthcare provider. Because menopause awareness isn't just about recognising symptoms. It's about having access to the right information and the right care. 🎙️ About the Guest Dr. Sadiya Hussain is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Mediclinic City Hospital, Dubai, with 15 years of clinical experience and specialist training in menopause care. She is an accredited specialist and trainer with the British Menopause Society. 🎧 About the Podcast Why Pause? Let's Play with Gayu Lewis explores women's wellness, midlife health, menopause, longevity, lifestyle and the conversations that help women live healthier, fuller lives. If this conversation resonates with you, follow the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, leave a rating or review, and share this episode with a woman who needs answers. Connect with Gayu Lewis on Instagram: @GayuLewisOfficial This episode is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your symptoms and treatment options. World Menopause Day Special | October 18, 2026 Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    Perimenopause & HRT: Why Do Doctors Give Different Advice?

  2. Oct 7

    Menopause Is Affecting Your Mouth Too: Teeth, Gums & Hormones with Dr. Sana Nasser

    Bleeding gums, dry mouth, sensitive teeth or receding gums in your 40s? You might not immediately think perimenopause or menopause — but your changing hormones could be playing a role. We hear plenty about hot flashes, brain fog, sleep and weight changes during menopause. But what about what’s happening inside your mouth? In this episode of WHY PAUSE? LET’S PLAY Podcast by Gayu Lewis, Gayu sits down with Dubai-based modern aesthetic dentist Dr. Sana Nasser to uncover the often-overlooked connection between hormonal changes and oral health in midlife. They talk about why declining estrogen can affect your gums, saliva, teeth and bone health; why dry mouth is more than just an annoyance; what bleeding or receding gums could be telling you; and whether menopause can increase your risk of tooth sensitivity, decay and gum disease. Plus, Dr. Sana shares what women over 40 should be doing differently when it comes to dental check-ups and preventive care — and the signs you shouldn’t ignore. If you’ve noticed your mouth or teeth changing during perimenopause or menopause and wondered “Is this hormonal too?”, this is a conversation you’ll want to hear. WHY PAUSE? LET’S PLAY Podcast by Gayu Lewis brings you honest, practical conversations about perimenopause, menopause, midlife health and the things women should have been told much sooner. Follow the podcast and share this episode with a woman who needs to hear it. #Perimenopause #Menopause #OralHealth #WomensHealth #MidlifeHealth Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    Menopause Is Affecting Your Mouth Too: Teeth, Gums & Hormones with Dr. Sana Nasser

  3. Sep 23

    Periods Were Taboo: My Parents on Menstrual Health, Sanitary Pads & Breaking the Silence

    My parents started making sanitary pads when no one would even say the word period. In this deeply personal episode of The Gayu Lewis Podcast, I sit down with my mother and father to talk about menstrual health, menstrual hygiene, period care, sanitary pads, period education and women’s health — and how the conversation has changed across two generations. My father came from a pharmaceutical background, but decades ago stepped into an area few people were openly discussing: menstrual health. At a time when periods were still spoken about in whispers and access to period products in schools and workplaces was far from normal, my parents began manufacturing sanitary napkins and sanitary napkin vending machines. Their work wasn't only about making a product. It was about period access, menstrual hygiene education and removing the shame around menstruation — particularly for girls and women in schools and workplaces. We talk about what the period taboo really looked like decades ago, why access to sanitary pads matters, the role of vending machines in schools and workplaces, menstrual hygiene basics every girl should know, and how mothers and fathers can have better conversations with their daughters about their first period. And there’s another reason this conversation feels incredibly personal. Decades later, their daughter ended up working in women’s health too — only at another stage of a woman's hormonal life: perimenopause and menopause. From the first period to perimenopause, women's hormonal health is one continuum — and the conversations we start with young girls can shape how they understand their bodies for decades to come. In this episode, we talk about: • Menstrual health and menstrual hygiene • Sanitary pads and period care • Period poverty and access to menstrual products • Sanitary napkin vending machines in schools and workplaces • How often sanitary pads should be changed • Period hygiene and disposal • Talking to girls about their first period • Why fathers should be part of the period conversation • Breaking menstrual taboos across generations • The connection between menstrual health, perimenopause and lifelong women’s health This isn't just a conversation about periods. It's a conversation about access, dignity, education — and what happens when we stop treating women's health as something that should be whispered about. If this episode resonates with you, send it to a mother, father, daughter, teacher or employer who needs to hear it. And tell me: Did your parents talk to you about periods growing up? Follow The Gayu Lewis Podcast — Menopause, Midlife & Women’s Health for honest conversations about hormones, perimenopause, menopause, nutrition, longevity and women's health. Why pause? Let's play. This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    Periods Were Taboo: My Parents on Menstrual Health, Sanitary Pads & Breaking the Silence

  4. Sep 9

    I Tried Korean Personal Color Analysis in Dubai — My Results Shocked Me

    Have you ever worn a color that made you look tired, washed out or suddenly older — even when your hair and makeup looked exactly the same? It may not be your imagination. The colors you wear can change how your skin tone, pigmentation, dark circles and overall complexion appear. In this episode of The Gayu Lewis Podcast, I try Korean personal color analysis in Dubai with Korean personal color and personal branding expert Youngkyeong Jung — and discover the colors I should be wearing, the ones I probably shouldn't, and whether I really suit gold or silver. Young explains why personal color analysis has become such a phenomenon in Korea, how seasonal color analysis works, what determines whether you have a warm or cool undertone, and why the wrong clothing, foundation, lipstick or hair color can work against your natural complexion. And then we put it to the test. Young performs a live color draping analysis on me, taking me through different shades to reveal my personal color season — Deep Autumn — and the difference is fascinating. We talk about:  What Korean personal color analysis actually is  Warm vs cool undertones and how they're identified  Why some colors can make you look tired or washed out  Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter color seasons  Choosing the right foundation and makeup shades  Gold vs silver jewellery for your undertone  Whether your personal colors can change as you age  Common mistakes people make after discovering their color palette  How to use your best colors without replacing your entire wardrobe If you've ever wondered “What colors suit my skin tone?”, “Am I warm or cool toned?”, “Why does black suddenly look harsh on me?” or “What is my seasonal color palette?”, this conversation is a brilliant place to start. And if you're looking for Korean personal color analysis in Dubai, you don't need a flight to Seoul — Young is bringing the experience right here to Dubai. Guest: Youngkyeong Jung Personal Color & Personal Branding Expert | Dubai The Gayu Lewis Podcast | Menopause, Midlife & Women’s Health Conversations about the things that can change how we feel, look and live through midlife — from menopause, nutrition and longevity to confidence, beauty and everything in between. Why pause? Let’s play. #PersonalColorAnalysis #KoreanColorAnalysis #Dubai #MidlifeWomen #PersonalColor #ColorAnalysis #KBeauty Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    I Tried Korean Personal Color Analysis in Dubai — My Results Shocked Me

  5. Aug 26

    What Really Happens to Your Body in Perimenopause & Menopause? | Plastic Surgeon Explains

    What really happens to a woman's body during perimenopause and menopause? From breast changes and sagging skin to weight redistribution, loose skin and loss of volume, the physical changes of midlife can feel dramatic — yet they're rarely talked about. Certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Elias Zgheib joins Gayu Lewis to answer the questions women are searching for about menopause body changes, breast lifts, breast implants, breast augmentation, breast implant illness, loose skin, tummy tucks, body contouring and cosmetic surgery after 40. Why do breasts change during menopause? Can sagging breasts be lifted without implants? Do breast implants need to be replaced every 10 years? Is breast implant illness real? Can you still have mammograms with breast implants? What happens to loose skin after significant weight loss or GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro? And which non-surgical skin-tightening treatments actually work? Dr. Zgheib also explains the difference between a breast lift and breast augmentation, what women should know before considering plastic surgery in their 40s and 50s, and when a good plastic surgeon should actually say no. Beyond cosmetic surgery, this is an honest conversation about body image, ageing, perimenopause and menopause — and one bigger question: can we accept ageing while still not loving everything ageing does to our bodies? Topics covered: perimenopause body changes, menopause body changes, breast changes during menopause, sagging breasts, breast lift vs implants, breast augmentation, breast implant safety, breast implant illness, mammograms with implants, loose skin after weight loss, GLP-1 weight loss, tummy tuck, body contouring, plastic surgery after 40, cosmetic surgery and ageing. Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    What Really Happens to Your Body in Perimenopause & Menopause? | Plastic Surgeon Explains

  6. Aug 5

    Is Your Extra Virgin Olive Oil Fake? | Olive Oil Sommelier Reveals What to Look For

    Is your extra virgin olive oil actually real? Or have you been buying the wrong bottle all along? In this episode of The Gayu Lewis Podcast, certified olive oil sommelier Hanān uncovers what most consumers don't know about extra virgin olive oil, cold pressed olive oil, and how to spot the difference between authentic, high-quality olive oil and supermarket blends. Through a live olive oil tasting, Hanān shares how professionals evaluate olive oil using aroma, flavour and texture, while busting some of the biggest myths surrounding one of the world's healthiest foods. Together, we answer some of the internet's most searched questions:  What is extra virgin olive oil?  How do I know if my olive oil is real?  Can you cook with extra virgin olive oil?  Is the olive oil smoke point myth actually true?  What do polyphenols in olive oil do?  How do I choose the best olive oil at the supermarket?  Why are some olive oils bitter or peppery?  What's the difference between authentic olive oil and blended oils? You'll also discover why Levant olive oil is considered among the oldest and most distinctive olive oils in the world, what to look for on a label before buying your next bottle, and the simple tasting techniques that can completely change the way you shop for and enjoy olive oil. Whether you're interested in healthy fats, the Mediterranean diet, heart health, anti-inflammatory nutrition, longevity, or simply buying better ingredients for your kitchen, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use immediately. If you've ever wondered whether you're really getting the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil, this conversation is for you. Topics Covered • Extra virgin olive oil vs regular olive oil  • Cold pressed olive oil explained  • How to identify authentic olive oil  • Olive oil tasting with a certified sommelier  • Polyphenols and their health benefits  • Cooking with extra virgin olive oil  • The truth about olive oil smoke point  • Mediterranean diet and longevity  • How to buy better olive oil  • Levant olive oil and single-estate production About The Gayu Lewis Podcast: The Gayu Lewis Podcast brings together leading experts to simplify the science behind women's health, midlife, menopause, nutrition, longevity, and healthy ageing. Every episode delivers practical, evidence-based conversations that help you make informed decisions for a healthier life. Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    Is Your Extra Virgin Olive Oil Fake? | Olive Oil Sommelier Reveals What to Look For

  7. Jul 22

    Your Gut Is Destroying Your Hormones — Here's How to Fix It

    Your gut does far more than digest food—it plays a powerful role in your hormones, energy, immunity, mood, and overall health. In this episode of The Gayu Lewis Podcast, I sit down with Hadil AlKhatib, Certified Gut Health Coach, IIN Nutrition Specialist, TEDx speaker, and founder of Dubai's award-winning wellness brands The Broth Lab, The Roost Rotisserie, and Catcha Matcha. After years of unexplained fatigue, bloating, brain fog, and postpartum depletion, Hadil discovered the transformative power of food and ancestral nutrition. That personal healing journey led her to build a mission-driven wellness business helping thousands reconnect with real, nourishing food. Together, we explore the science behind the gut-hormone connection, why so many women experience digestive issues during perimenopause and menopause, and the simple daily habits that can make a meaningful difference. In this episode, we discuss: • Why gut health is about far more than digestion  • The connection between your gut, hormones, inflammation, and energy  • Why women in midlife are more prone to digestive symptoms  • Bone broth and ancestral nutrition—science or hype?  • Common gut health myths and wellness trends  • Building a purpose-driven wellness business from personal experience  • Practical steps to support your gut every day Whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, bloating, fatigue, brain fog, or simply want to better understand how your body works, this episode is packed with practical insights and evidence-informed conversation. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow The Gayu Lewis Podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    Your Gut Is Destroying Your Hormones — Here's How to Fix It

  8. Jul 15

    Longevity in 2026: What's Real, What's Hype & What's Next

    What will healthcare look like in 2030? Will personalized medicine replace one-size-fits-all healthcare? And which longevity trends are backed by science versus clever marketing? In this episode of The Gayu Lewis Podcast, Gayu sits down with Mohit, founder of Verve Partners, the UAE Peptide Clinic, and the World Biohack Summit, to explore the future of healthcare, longevity, and personalized wellness. Together, they discuss the biggest health trends shaping the next decade, the rise of preventive medicine, the reality behind biohacking, and why genetic and epigenetic testing are changing the way we understand our health. They also unpack what consumers should be paying attention to, what they're wasting money on, and why the future of healthcare is becoming increasingly personalized. Whether you're curious about longevity, interested in optimizing your health, or simply want to separate science from hype, this episode offers practical insights into where healthcare is heading and what it could mean for you. In this episode: • The biggest healthcare and longevity trends for 2030  • The shift from reactive healthcare to preventive medicine  • Biohacking: what's evidence-based and what's marketing?  • Genetic vs. epigenetic testing explained  • How personalized healthcare is transforming treatment  • The future of health optimization and longevity If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to follow The Gayu Lewis Podcast for evidence-based conversations on menopause, midlife health, nutrition, longevity, strength training, hormone health, healthy ageing, and the latest innovations helping you live a longer, healthier life. Connect with Gayu lewis: Instagram: gayulewisofficialLinkedIn: gayulewisWebsite: www.gayulewis.comDon’t forget to like, comment, and share this video with your friends. MENOPAUSE ...WHY PAUSE? LET'S PLAY!!!

    Longevity in 2026: What's Real, What's Hype & What's Next
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Why Pause? Let’s Play is a podcast about women, health, midlife — and everything we should be talking about more openly. Hosted by Gayu Lewis, Integrative Nutrition Health & Menopause Coach, expect honest, curious and sometimes unfiltered conversations with doctors, experts and real people. From perimenopause, menopause and hormones to nutrition, strength, sleep, hair loss, gut health, sexual health, mental wellbeing, longevity and healthy ageing — we ask the questions women are actually asking. No fear-mongering. No wellness fluff. Just conversations that help you understand your body, challenge what you’ve been told and feel more confident about what comes next. Because midlife isn’t a reason to hit pause. Why Pause? Let’s Play.

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